Character Bento Shiso, Ham, and Imitation Crab Chikuwa Rolls..
You can cook Character Bento Shiso, Ham, and Imitation Crab Chikuwa Rolls. using 8 ingredients and 8 steps. Here is how you achieve that.
Ingredients of Character Bento Shiso, Ham, and Imitation Crab Chikuwa Rolls.
- It's 2 of Chikuwa.
- You need 4 of leaves Shiso leaves.
- You need 1 slice of Ham.
- You need 1/2 stick of Imitation crab sticks.
- You need 8 of Toothpicks.
- Prepare of Garnish.
- It's 1 of Ground sesame seeds.
- Prepare 1 of Yukari seasoning.
Character Bento Shiso, Ham, and Imitation Crab Chikuwa Rolls. step by step
- Cut the chikuwa lengthwise in half, the ham into fourths, the crab stick into fourths (try to keep some of the red in each part)..
- Layer the shiso in paper towels and remove any excess moisture. Remove the stem end, and cut in half along the grain..
- Put the shiso leaves in the chikuwa as shown in the photo..
- Layer the ham and 2 pieces of crab onto the shiso, and roll the chikuwa around the ingredients tightly..
- Fix both ends in place using the toothpicks..
- Here is a view of what it should look like from the side..
- Cut the roll in half between the toothpicks, using a sharp kitchen knife. You can also use a cute decorative toothpick if you are making a character bento..
- Garnish with the ground sesame and yukari (salted and dried red shiso leaves) to your liking. I recommend using yukari if you have it..